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What is the composition of the positive plates in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
What is the composition of the positive plates in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
What is the advantage of Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cells over lead-acid type cells?
What is the advantage of Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cells over lead-acid type cells?
What is the process by which the plates are made in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
What is the process by which the plates are made in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
What is the purpose of stamping out the plates to the requisite size?
What is the purpose of stamping out the plates to the requisite size?
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What is the composition of the electrolyte in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
What is the composition of the electrolyte in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
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How are the positive and negative plates connected in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
How are the positive and negative plates connected in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
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What is the primary benefit of using a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell over a lead-acid type cell?
What is the primary benefit of using a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell over a lead-acid type cell?
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What is the purpose of using potassium hydroxide in the electrolyte solution?
What is the purpose of using potassium hydroxide in the electrolyte solution?
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What is the result of impregnating the active materials into the plates by chemical deposition?
What is the result of impregnating the active materials into the plates by chemical deposition?
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How are the plates constructed in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
How are the plates constructed in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
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What is the typical relative density of the electrolyte solution in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
What is the typical relative density of the electrolyte solution in a Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell?
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What is the final step in the construction of the positive and negative plate groups?
What is the final step in the construction of the positive and negative plate groups?
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Study Notes
Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell
- Positive plates composed of nickel hydroxide (Ni(OH)₂)
- Negative plates composed of cadmium hydroxide (Cd(OH)₂)
- Electrolyte consists of distilled water and potassium hydroxide (KOH) with a relative density of 1.24 to 1.30
- Batteries have a relatively steady voltage during high-current discharge, making them suitable for engine starting
- Plates are constructed using a sintering process with active materials impregnated by chemical deposition
- This construction method allows for maximum active material usage in electrochemical reactions
- Plates are stamped to size and built into positive and negative plate groups, interleaved and connected to terminal posts, similar to lead-acid cells
Nickel-Cadmium Secondary Cell
- Positive plates composed of nickel hydroxide (Ni(OH)₂)
- Negative plates composed of cadmium hydroxide (Cd(OH)₂)
- Electrolyte consists of distilled water and potassium hydroxide (KOH) with a relative density of 1.24 to 1.30
- Batteries have a relatively steady voltage during high-current discharge, making them suitable for engine starting
- Plates are constructed using a sintering process with active materials impregnated by chemical deposition
- This construction method allows for maximum active material usage in electrochemical reactions
- Plates are stamped to size and built into positive and negative plate groups, interleaved and connected to terminal posts, similar to lead-acid cells
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Learn about the composition and advantages of Nickel-Cadmium secondary cells, including their ability to maintain a steady voltage during high current discharge.
